Whether you live in an urban setting where an abundance of clean water is filtered through major treatment facilities or if you are getting your water from a depleting source like an aquifer, it’s good to understand basic behaviors that promote water conservation. MORE

Many homes have at least one space that is small and feels too enclosed. Instead of feeling cramped, you can use one of these flooring tricks to open up the space and make it feel larger than it really is. It doesn’t matter if your bedroom, family room or entire home needs to incorporate more space, one of these options is sure to meet your needs for beauty, functionality and spaciousness. MORE

Here at my house, we’ve reached the dreaded point of winter where we have all been cooped up in our small house long enough to get on each other’s nerves, the weather is rarely good enough for playing outside, and the newness of Christmas toys has worn off. I am constantly looking for something to do that will keep the kids’ attention for longer than three minutes, and doesn’t require hours to prep and clean up. MORE